Launchkey 25 Add inspiration to your setup with Launchkey 25, a compact all-in-one DAW controller with two octaves of full-size synth-action buttons and 16 patented FSR pads for finger drumming, clip launching and more. The next generation Launchkey also gives you new ways to get creative with your DAW, hardware synthesiser or iPhone or iPad. Expanded Chord, Scale and Arpeggio modes help you stay in key and be more expressive, all with detailed feedback from a crisp new OLED display. Enhanced DAW integration Launchkey supports all major DAWs out of the box, and offers seamless custom integration for Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, Reason Studios, Reaper, FL Studio and Ardor. This gives you a hardware-assisted workflow, giving you full control over transport functions, timeline navigation, mixing and EQ, clip starting, instrument and effect parameters. And if you're using Ableton Live's Session View or Logic's Live Loops, the 16 drum pads also double as Launchpad-style clip launchers with RGB backlighting that perfectly matches what's displayed on-screen. More powerful creative tools Launchkey 25's creative tools are built into the hardware itself, so they work equally well in your DAW, hardware synth, or mobile device. Scale mode lets you set your keyboard to one of 30 different scales to avoid false notes, or you can map everything to white keys only. Fixed Chord mode lets you trigger full chords from a single key, and new Chord Maps let you go a step further and create emotive progressions from Launchkey's pads. And with the latest version of our popular arpeggiator, it's easier than ever to tweak and manipulate your sequences to find endless inspiration. Super-responsive keybed and FSR pads The 25-key synthesiser-style keyboard is expressive, musical and fun to play. For finger drummers, Launchkey now offers patented velocity-sensitive FSR drum pads with polyphonic aftertouch. Unlike standard pads, each pad features its own radial sensor for increased sensitivity and greater consistency, allowing for more precise performances. They can also be set to trigger chords or individual notes with polyphonic aftertouch. Play your way with Custom Modes Launchkey's controls aren't limited to default assignments; simply load the free component software into your browser and configure it to work the way you want with your software or hardware. Save up to four custom mappings for Launchkey's pads and encoders and instantly recall them from your hardware to send the Note, MIDI CC or Program Change of your choice. Go beyond the computer Launchkey 25's 5-pin MIDI output makes it easy to connect hardware synthesisers, no DAW required. In addition to components and custom mapping, all major functions can be controlled directly from the keyboard. And because Launchkey is USB-powered and class-compatible, it's fully compatible with many music apps for iPhone and iPad, including the free Novation Launchpad app. All you need to create Launchkey 25 comes with everything you need to plug in and start making music right away. The included Ableton Live 12 Lite gives you the ability to record and perform with up to eight tracks of MIDI or audio, as well as a suite of instruments, effects, and creative tools – and it all works perfectly with Launchkey. You also get a selection of additional studio-grade effects and sounds from Novation and Focusrite.

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Features

• In-depth DAW control Powerful control of Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, Reason and more, with no set-up required
• Tweak your software Eight encoders deliver instant control over DAW mixers, virtual instruments, and effects; user mappings can also be created for customised control
• Perform with a high-quality keybed The 25-note synth-style keyboard is sensitive and expressive
• Play drums and instruments 16 velocity-sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch for playing drums and instruments, as well launching clips and working with grids
• Powerful tools for creating chords and patterns Powerful built-in Arpeggiator and three Chord Modes to easily create musical progressions: Fixed Chord, User Chord, and Chord Maps
• Always stay in key Scale Mode locks notes on the keyboard into right key, and Chord Detector shows what chord is currently being played, with visual representation on the OLED display
• Connect to other instruments Launchkey 25 can be connected directly to synths and other MIDI hardware with its full-size MIDI out port; it also works with your iPhone or iPad
• Create your own control surfaces Launchkey is fully customisable; map MIDI parameters to pads and controls of your choice with Novation’s easy-to-use Components software
• Additional software Comes with Ableton Live Lite and a collection of pro-grade virtual instruments: The full list can be found below

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Specifications

Product Hardware Specifications

• 25 keys
• OLED display
• 16 RGB backlit velocity sensitive pads – with proprietary FSR technology
• 2 pad page buttons
• Scene Launch / Func buttons
• Pitch bend and modulation wheels
• 8 encoders
• 2 encoder page buttons
• 5 pin MIDI out socket
• Capture MIDI/Undo/Quantise/Metronome buttons
• Scale/Chord Map/Arp/Fixed Chord/Settings/Shift buttons
• Octave up/down buttons
• Play/stop/record/loop button
• Track navigation buttons
• USB C socket
• Sustain pedal 1/4” jack socket
• Kensington security slot

Included Software - The Full Collection:

• Ableton Live 12 Lite
• GForce bundle: Oberheim SEM Oberheim OB-EZ GForce AXXESS
• Parallel Orchestras bundle by Orchestral Tools Delicate Piano Flautando Strings Percussion FX Shadowy Paradox Texture Woodwind Parallax
• Klevgrand bundle LUXE R0Verb Slammer
• Melodics curated lessons

What's Included: Launchkey 25 USB A to C cable